Most Popular T+L Features of 2012

Find out which entertaining, informative, and provocative Travel + Leisure features caught readers’ attention in 2012—and join the conversation.

We know our readers are passionate about travel, and nothing stirred those feelings more this year than our coverage of U.S. cities.

The most-read feature ranked America's rudest cities, generating plenty of heated debate in the comments section, as did our take on the hipster hubs across the nation, and where to find the very best burgers.

Other popular features shared insider recommendations, from the best affordable beach resorts to a report on which airports are likely to provide a smooth travel experience. And it's no surprise that beautiful photos, whether of cool staircases or the world's most fascinating beaches, are transporting and can inspire that next great trip.

So, take a look back at T+L's biggest hits, and then tell us: which was your favorite, and what travel topics would you like us to tackle in 2013? —Kate Appleton